Special two episode screening of the new upcoming TV show, The Poet Speaks with Amanda Eke, with host and Executive Producer, Amanda Eke. Embark on a poetic excavation unearthing parallels between ancient oral traditions and the vibrant world of spoken word poetry today. From Sumerian epics to Slam poetry, Eke explores how words have shaped […]
The Divine Muse series culminates on the eve of Saint Cecilia’s Feast Day, with two master works inspired by the patron saint of music: George Frideric Handel’s Ode for St. […]
Each November, movie fans celebrate the hallmark antiheroes, femme fatales, moral complexities, and the stunning black & white cinematography of film noir. Free popcorn will be served, and a discussion will follow each screening. Tonight, see Don't Bother to Knock (1964) A former prostitute relocates to a buttoned-down suburb, determined to fit in with mainstream […]
Adapted from Sandra Schulberg’s monograph, Filmmakers for the Prosecution retraces the hunt for film evidence that could convict the Nazis at the Nuremberg Trial. The searchers were two sons of Hollywood – brothers Budd and Stuart Schulberg – serving under the command of OSS film chief John Ford. The motion pictures they presented in the […]
Chris Hierro and Katya Diaz met while both were accompanying Alejandro Sanz on his 2021 tour. Their chemistry was undeniable, leading to the formation of the duo who went on to collaborate with notable Latin artists like Debi Nova, Andrea Echavarría, Andres Levin, Ceci Bastida, hit writer Claudia Brant, and Latin GRAMMY-winning producer/DJ Cruz, among […]
Experience four ticketed performances of The Nutcracker set to Tchaikovsky’s cherished score in Art Nouveau-style circa 1907 with innovative choreography by long-time New York Theatre Ballet choreographer, Keith Michael. Advanced registration is required.
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Celebrate John Shoptaw‘s collection Near-Earth Object (Unbound Edition Press, 2024) with readings and a conversation between Shoptaw and Jenny Odell.
In Jewish tradition, holidays are a time for family and feasting, and for Joan Nathan, nothing embodies the holiday spirit more than cooking delicious festive favorites with friends and loved ones. When her own children were young, Nathan published the first version ofA Sweet Year. Now she updates a beloved go-to resource for her grandchildren’s […]
Author Mirabai Starr will share wisdom from her new book, Ordinary Mysticism: Your Life as Sacred Ground, which challenges readers to discover the extraordinary in the everyday. Grounded in lessons from spiritual teachers across the centuries and informed by her own experiences of heartbreak, Starr’s teachings offer an antidote to despair in these turbulent times, […]
Popular belief holds that the various ethnic groups that emigrated to the United States at the turn of the twentieth century regarded one another with open hostility, fiercely competing for limited resources and even coming to blows in the crowded neighborhoods of major cities. In Opening Doors,Hasia R. Diner, one of the world’s preeminent historians […]
Blind Spot is the first film to document both the antisemitism that existed on American campuses long before October 7 and how it led to the explosion of virulent and often violent campus antisemitism after October 7. A modern-day civil rights story told in the inspiring words and voices of more than two dozen students […]
Evacuation Day marked the final British evacuation from New York City in 1783, after seven years of occupation. The evening culminated in a festive dinner given by Governor George Clinton, honoring George Washington and his officers at Samuel Fraunces' tavern. Evacuation Day remained a New York City holiday into the 1910s, with celebrations rivaling those […]
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the yea
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Hithla, which means “dance” in the Chickasaw language, is comprised of members of the Chickasaw, Choctaw, Seminole, and Creek Nations. The troupe is dedicated to preserving their culture and educating the public about southeastern Native nations through song, storytelling, and Stomp dancing. Performances begin at 12 PM, 2 PM, and 4 PM in the Rotunda […]
Have you ever wondered how concrete buildings are made? Join us for a read aloud of Larissa Theule’s Concrete: From the Ground Up and a child-friendly lesson on what concrete is made of and how it is used to make skyscrapers. This program includes a hands-on activity where kids will make concrete buildings out of […]
Celebrate the rich legacy of Bowne & Co. in new hands-on workshops! Sign up today for an immersive program where you can work together with Bowne’s designers to produce your own custom set of stationery—from start to finish.
The rescue network known as the Kindertransport saved the lives of nearly 10,000 children between the years of 1938 and 1940 by transporting them from Nazi Germany to England. This year marks the 85th anniversary of the Kindertransport. To commemorate the arrival of the first Kindertransport in England on December 2, 1938, the Museum and […]
Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to join in the choruses throughout the free Chantey Sing, lead or request a song in the round-robin, or just listen.
This presentation explores Elon Magazine, a work of design anthropology that uses parody to explore the celebrity and cultural milieu of Elon Musk. While the magazine is comprised of writing based on research and fieldwork, many of the visuals were produced via extensive collaboration with the generative artificial intelligence model, Midjourney. The talk will bring […]
Damion Searls presents his translation of Overstaying by Ariane Koch, with Emma Ramadan. Winner of the most prestigious German prize for debut fiction, Swiss playwright and visual artist Ariane Koch’s Overstaying is an absurdist tour de force.
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
In The Architecture of Urbanity (Princeton University Press, 2024) leading architect Vishaan Chakrabarti asks, how can housing design be part of the solution to our global problems rather than exacerbate our existing challenges? He argues that “connective design”— a conscious attempt by a designer to forge deeper bonds across society at every scale—can help heal […]
Lively performances by Gotham Dance, Big Apple Chorus, Brooklyn United Drumline, and Carolina Rial, with surprise appearances adding to the magic. The evening culminates at 7 PM with the dazzling tree lighting ceremony, illuminating Seaport Square and ringing in the holiday season. Families can visit the South Street Seaport Museum’s booth in the market for […]
After the Nazis came to power in Germany in 1933, the Associated Press (AP) brought news about life under the Third Reich to tens of millions of American readers. The AP was America’s most important source for foreign news but to continue reporting under the Nazi regime the agency made both journalistic and moral compromises. […]
Interactive art experience. Attach your wish to a vibrant, star-shaped structure. From noon to 2pm today, hear live music from New York Collective featuring Alphonso Horne and enjoy free refreshments from La Parisienne.The installation will be up until January 9, 2025.
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the yea
Philippe Petit reflects on the World Trade Center, his iconic performance, and its legacy half a century later.
Join Aperture and McNally Jackson for a conversation between artist Diana Markosian and author Coco Mellors to celebrate the launch of Markosian’s most recent publication, Father (Aperture, 2024), an intimate and engrossing diaristic portrayal of estrangement and reconnection, recounted through documentary photographs, family snapshots, text, and visual ephemera.
On July 30, 1902, tens of thousands of mourners lined the streets of New York’s Lower East Side to bid farewell to the city’s chief rabbi, the eminent Talmudist Jacob Joseph. All went well until the procession crossed Sheriff Street, where the six-story R. Hoe and Company printing press factory towered over the intersection. Without […]
Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.
Kick-off the holiday season with the illumination of the Battery Park City Holiday Tree. The festive evening features lively carols, beverages and treats, and many special guest appearances including Matías […]
This free open house features a breadth of printing equipment that you will be invited to use. Come see how the designers at Bowne lock up limited edition designs that showcase some of the more eccentric parts from the Seaport Museum’s printing and graphic arts collection.
Join Dr. Alok Aggarwal as he discusses the science behind the mystical and magical world of Artificial Intelligence and his new book The Fourth Industrial Revolution & 100 Years of AI (1950-2050): The Truth About AI & Why It’s Only a Tool.
Taffy Brodesser-Akner’s new book Long Island Compromise spans the entirety of one family’s history, winding through decades and generations, all the way to the outrageous present, and confronting the mainstays of American Jewish life: tradition, the pursuit of success, the terror of history, fear of the future, old wives’ tales, evil eyes, ambition, achievement, boredom, […]
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Students will learn accessible approaches to making editions of their own designs. We will explore frottage (wax rubbings), monoprint, paste papers, collagraph (collage printing), styrograph dry point, eraser stamps, etc. Space is limited.
An evening featuring a range of brilliant minds from NYC's poetry scene. The title for this new monthly series comes from Herman Melville’s poem “Art”. Poetry, wine, and the sea have always been inextricably intertwined. This reading series seeks to highlight poets from all over the city, and give them a backdrop of McNally Jackson’s […]
Meet the artists in residence at the Lower Manhattan Cultural Center's building on Governors Island.
Tour of the Island’s 3,000+ trees. Learn about how we care for our canopy year-round, discover the most common trees on the Island, and gain some common tree ID tips. Rain or shine.
In an era of deepening globalization and multicultural integration, Chinese-language literature serves not only as a rich carrier of Chinese cultural heritage but also as a vital bridge connecting diverse cultures and ideas. For overseas Chinese writers, the challenge lies in maintaining their cultural identity while balancing literary traditions and innovative ideas in a rapidly […]
Writing workshops, panel discussions, presentations, book signings, and more.
On December 4, 1783, George Washington and his officers met at Fraunces Tavern to say an emotional farewell. Join us in the room where it happened for a special reenactment and opportunity to converse with Washington himself before he returns to Mount Vernon! $1 reserves your space at one of our four timed reenactments and […]
Clement Clarke Moore is known the world over for his masterpiece of juvenile fiction, Twas the Night Before Christmas — less well-known is Moore's own life story and the involvement of his parents and grandparents during the revolutionary period. Join author and historian Pamela McColl for a festive presentation on the life and times of […]
The Nobel Prize winner Elias Canetti all his life declared himself a “mortal enemy” of death—and here, in English at last, is his landmark book on the subject. The Book Against Death is the work of a lifetime: a collection of Elias Canetti’s powerful, disarming, and often bleakly comic observations, diatribes, musings, and commentaries on […]
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
A simple story of a "strong man" whose life is dominated by fear and anger, Things Fall Apart is written with remarkable economy and subtle irony. Uniquely and richly African, at the same time it reveals Achebe's keen awareness of the human qualities common to men of all times and places.
The Museum’s online series The Modern Concrete Skyscraper continues with a look back into the early 20th century with a talk by structural engineer and historian Tyler Sprague on the unique development of concrete skyscrapers in the Pacific Northwest. In the early 1900s, as Seattle grew into a significant urban center for the region, its […]
Read and discuss The Hypocrite by Jo Hamya. Stop by the New Amsterdam library to pick up a copy. In case of extreme weather, meet at the New Amsterdam Library.
Interactive art experience. Attach your wish to a vibrant, star-shaped structure. Today from noon to 2pm, enjoy live music from New York Collective featuring Gina Soto and free refreshments from Simpl Coffee. The installation will be up until January 9, 2025.
Give the “Gift of Life” by helping to replenish dwindling supplies in the tri-state area. It takes less than an hour and one donation can save multiple lives! Sign up today at nybloodcenter.org
Conversation with Joseph Nye, acclaimed author of Soft Power: The Means to Success in World Politics and one of the foremost thinkers on international relations. In today’s era of escalating geopolitical tensions, where economic competition, technological rivalry, and regional conflicts dominate the global landscape, the concept of soft power—the ability to influence others through attraction […]
Financial literacy program designed to educate women of any age about the financial matters that affect their lives. The program provides information, resources and learning activities to educate and create a safe and welcoming place for women to learn, share their experiences, and ask questions.
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the yea
Join artists Davina Hsu and Michelle Weinberg, from Open Call: Environmental Resiliency and Care, for a presentation about new, temporary public artwork installed on 1100 ft of construction shed along Battery Place. In both Weinberg’s River Semaphore and Hsu’s Blessing Transmission, site-specific imagery focuses on relationships between nature, communities, and environmental stewardship in new and […]
Join us to analyze and discuss this early 20th century memoir that speaks so well to our contemporary socio-political malaise like no other.
Former students, musicians, and scholars talk about the impact of 9/11 on college students and the jazz community.
Join Chukwudi Iwuji, acclaimed stage and screen actor, for a reading to mark the centenary of James Baldwin. Iwuji, who has been immersed in Baldwin’s work as part of a forthcoming project, will be reading selections of special personal meaning.
Reinhold Kulle seemed like the perfect school employee. But in 1982, as his retirement neared, his long-concealed secret came to light. The chief custodian at Oak Park and River Forest High School outside Chicago had been a Nazi, a member of the SS, and a guard at a brutal slave labor camp during World War […]
Trinity’s unique Messiah is distinctly modern yet authentically performed on period instruments in a sacred and acoustically rich space. This year’s oratorio is led by acclaimed British conductor and Baroque specialist Jane Glover, who has conducted every major symphony and chamber orchestra in Britain, as well as orchestras worldwide.
Nutritionist Lauren C. Kelly offers creative twists on classic recipes, food prep and cooking trends. From appetizers, to entrees, to dessert, learn how to design menus using helpful tips and current research findings for better health and eating. Registration required.
Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.
A simple story of a "strong man" whose life is dominated by fear and anger, Things Fall Apart is written with remarkable economy and subtle irony. Uniquely and richly African, at the same time it reveals Achebe's keen awareness of the human qualities common to men of all times and places.
Join Eleanor Reissa, author/actress/singer/director with Artistic Director Zalmen Mlotek as they discuss the progress of her new work, currently titled: The Journey Continues. As part of the Folksbiene’s continued interest in the grant provided to Eleanor by the New York State Council for the Arts, join us in this exploratory evening to learn about Eleanor’s […]
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Virtual gathering to read aloud Chinese poetry, learn about Chinese culture, and gain insight into Chinese life through Chinese art, literature, and history. Participants will enjoy live, interactive learning sessions with our language and cultural experts from home.
Mandarin stand-up comedy show, social games, a live band performance, and fantastic giveaways. Plus, enjoy complimentary food and drinks throughout the evening!
For nearly 2,000 years, Chinese people has transformed the act of writing characters into the art of calligraphy, a unique practice elevating the practicality of writing characters into an exceptional art form with rare similarities among other cultures in the world. Through the interplay of black and white, dots and lines, Chinese calligraphy embodies both […]
Making holiday cards can be a fun way to celebrate the jolly season and show appreciation for our loved ones. Let’s be merry together and use skyscrapers to express our festive spirit. Join us on the frosty morning of December 14th to decorate skyscraper themed cards and spread some holiday cheer! All ages welcome.
Join artists Davina Hsu and Michelle Weinberg, from Open Call: Environmental Resiliency and Care, for a presentation about new, temporary public artwork installed on 1100 ft of construction shed along Battery Place. In both Weinberg’s River Semaphore and Hsu’s Blessing Transmission, site-specific imagery focuses on relationships between nature, communities, and environmental stewardship in new and […]
Opening of the 29th Poets House Showcase, a literary exhibition and reading series that captures the breadth of contemporary poetry publishing. Delve into landmark collections with Wo Chan, Erika Meitner, Fred Moten, and Charif Shanahan. This reading accompanies the Showcase exhibition opening, a panoramic display of thousands of poetry publications: books, chapbooks, broadsides, and poetry-related […]
Bonded by an uncommon blend of instruments and vocals, Charles Yang (violin), Nick Kendall (violin), and Ranaan Meyer (double bass), defy conventions with genre-bending excellence, pushing creative boundaries and leaving audiences worldwide captivated.
The 125th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count — the nation’s longest-running Community-Science bird project — will soon be underway nationwide, and in all five boroughs of New York City. Anyone can participate, even beginner birders! The data collected over the past century by volunteer observers, ranging from experienced ornithologists to casual nature enthusiasts, allow researchers to study the long-term […]
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.
Embrace the spirit of the season with art, music, warmth and community. Enjoy lunchtime and early evening events with live klezmer band performances accompanied by a therapeutic art-making activity.
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
One of alt-culture’s boldest creators, John Cameron Mitchell (Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Shortbus, How to Talk to Girls at Parties), celebrates Bowie’s iconic career in a one-of-a-kind evening of songs and stories spanning the glam rocker’s oeuvre. This euphoric tribute to all things Bowie features international cabaret star Amber Martin with house band led […]
Interactive art experience. Attach your wish to a vibrant, star-shaped structure. Today from noon to 2pm, enjoy live music from New York Collective featuring Svetlana Shmulyian and free refreshments from Blue Spoon. The installation will be up until January 9, 2025.
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the yea
Join the Museum of Jewish Heritage in celebrating Hanukkah! Grab some kosher Chinese food, compete in a dreidel tournament, and play Hanukkah-themed bingo while watching classic Hanukkah TV episodes – including Even Stevens, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, and A Rugrats Chanukah.
Snow Queen is a classic fairytale transformed into an exquisite ballet about love and friendship, and how the warmth of a friend’s devoted heart removes the spell of a wicked Queen. A colorful journey full of dangers and obstacles, shown through the beauty and aesthetics of the ballet will bring festive delight to the stage […]
Hailing from Ikaluktutiak (Cambridge Bay) Nunavut, Tagaq stands as a true original disruptor in today’s music scene with a fierce commitment to addressing seismic social, political, and environmental issues. Her singular sound blends throat singing with whispers, punk, metal, and electronica to create a musical experience like no other.
Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.
One of alt-culture’s boldest creators, John Cameron Mitchell (Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Shortbus, How to Talk to Girls at Parties), celebrates Bowie’s iconic career in a one-of-a-kind evening of […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Currently celebrating its 20th season, Trinity Youth Chorus brings together talented young people ages 5 to 18 from across New York City for musical training, performance opportunities, and mentorship. An […]
Listen to the performance of the unique Chinese instruments, and practice Chinese calligraphy with a master calligrapher. No previous experience of calligraphy is required. Ink, paper, and brush will be […]
Experience Pinderhughes’ stirring melodies and powerful storytelling as he performs selections from his latest album, Venus Smiles Not in the House of Tears.
Discuss a wide range of poetry from classics to contemporary, with a welcoming approach to all perspectives, interpretations and ways of reading. The selection for December is Joy Harjo's Conflict […]
Turn the poutiest of frowns upside down in this musical featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure. When Mr. Fish sets out on a quest to […]
Trinity’s holiday extravaganza of carols and other festive works features the combined power of all Trinity’s vocal groups — Trinity Choir, St. Paul’s Chapel Choir, and Downtown Voices — in […]
Join Britton & The Sting for Re:member, an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and connection. Re:member collides funk, gospel, rock, mesmerizing melody and personal testimony to guide you back to […]
Dream of the Red Chamber is a masterpiece of Chinese literature, celebrated for its profound exploration of human nature, society, and fate. Through the lens of the rise and fall […]
One of the most popular and prestigious chess tournaments held by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), the World Rapid & Blitz, will be held in North America for the first time ever. The championship, attracting 300 of the best players from around the world, will take place in New York City’s financial district on December […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Family-friendly holiday celebration, which will include face painting, popcorn, chocolate and other traditional treats, and a musical performance by the FiDi Hebrew School. The pinnacle of the afternoon will be […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Let your creativity fly at the Seaport Museum by making your own signal flag swags. For centuries, flags were the only form of communication between ships at sea, and between […]
Enjoy Three Kings Day traditions with live music, poets, and an open mic for guest poets from the audience. Learn how children in Puerto Rico leave a box with hay […]
Longtime friends and fellow artists pay tribute to the life and work of David Shapiro. With Elaine Equi, Mohammed Fairouz, Kate Farrell, Joanna Fuhrman, Jim Jarmusch, Rodger Kamenetz, Phil Kline, […]
Online lecture. Emily Hahn (1905–1997), known as Xiang Meili in Chinese, was a lifelong columnist for The New Yorker and one of the most prolific and adventurous writers of the […]
Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to join in the choruses throughout the free Chantey Sing, lead or request a song in the round-robin, or just […]
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]
Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.
Reading. A newly sober, orphaned son of Iranian immigrants, guided by the voices of artists, poets, and kings, embarks on a remarkable search for a family secret that leads him […]
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
The final program in The Skyscraper Museum's TALL TIMBER series turns the attention to New York City. This free in-person event will be held at the architectural office of SOM […]
Book reading. Less a bildungsroman than a story of miseducation, Playworld is a novel of epic proportions, bursting with laughter and heartache.
Gather ‘round the stoop with Murielle Borst-Tarrant as she spins a tapestry of tales from her youth – growing up in the only Native family of a Mafia-run Brooklyn neighborhood.
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Contemporary Yiddish psych/folk quartet Midwood continues its residency at the Museum of Jewish Heritage with a special collaboration with world famous Armenian-American oud player Ara Dinkjian and Turkish qanun virtuoso […]
J. Mae Barizo, Dorothea Lasky, Maggie Millner, and Estha Weiner read from their highly acclaimed books in celebration of the 29th Poets House Showcase Exhibition.
Visit the 29th comprehensive exhibition celebrating new poetry publications from 2022 and 2023 and enjoy readings tonight by Maggie Milner, Dorthea Lasky, J. Mae Barizo, Esta Weiner.
Gamma Vibes is a New York based DJ and producer known for blending live electric vibraphone with drum machines and synths to create a rich and dynamic sound. Lauren Yoon […]
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Building on the foundation of classical training at The Juilliard School, Jeremy’s percussive interests and abilities encompass a wide range of traditional and contemporary percussion styles from around the world. […]
Book reading. Meet Ethan and Gabe. A devoted couple for years, they have successful careers, an adorable daughter, and a house in the New Jersey suburbs. Sure, they may have […]
Happy New Year! In 2025, many new buildings in New York City are being planned, constructed, and finished! We will learn about how NYC’s iconic skyline will be changing this […]
Let your creativity fly at the Seaport Museum by making your own signal flag swags. For centuries, flags were the only form of communication between ships at sea, and between […]
90-minute walking tour that will take you on a winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan.
Ring in the Year of the Snake with the PS 150 community. Activities include lion dance, Chinese paper cutting workshop, Korean traditional dance performance, tasting menu from local restaurants, Chinese […]
In January 1945, less than two weeks before the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp evacuation, four forced laborer women, Estusia Wajcblum, Rosa Robota, Alla Gartner, and Regina Safirstein were hanged in public, […]
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]
Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.
Discuss The Shipping News by Annie Proulx. Repeated January 16 at 2pm.
New York City experienced explosive growth between the 1880s and the 1930s, when nearly a million buildings, dozens of bridges and tunnels, hundreds of miles of subway lines, and thousands […]
Buenos Aires is home to the largest Jewish population in Latin America, with a history that dates back to the 19th century when the first Jewish immigrants arrived. This live-stream tour takes you through the rich history and vibrant culture of the Argentinian-Jewish community, from its early beginnings to its thriving presence today.
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
Book reading and signing by Michael Cannell, author of Blood and the Badge.
One day when his electric rice cooker informed him that his meal was ready, South Korean artist Jaha Koo experienced a deep sense of ‘Golibmuwon’ (고립무원). Twenty years ago a […]
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Nutritionist Lauren C. Kelly offers creative twists on classic recipes, food prep and cooking trends. From appetizers, to entrees, to dessert, learn how to design menus using helpful tips and […]
This series explores modern and contemporary Latin America through cinema. Tonight, see Wild Tales (Damián Szifron, 2014): a waitress adds a special ingredient to an arrogant loan shark’s meal in […]
The year is 2080. Human society is loveless and emotionless, and Samantha, a poet intrigued by the mystery of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, excavates the past to seek the truth about her […]
Step into maritime and theatre history with the Seaport Museum and the professional actors of Mariner Theatrical as we bring Nobel Prize-winning playwright Eugene O’Neill’s (1888–1953) powerful maritime play, In […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Listen to the performance of the unique Chinese instruments, and practice Chinese calligraphy with a master calligrapher. No previous experience of calligraphy is required. Ink, paper, and brush will be […]
Let your creativity fly at the Seaport Museum by making your own signal flag swags. For centuries, flags were the only form of communication between ships at sea, and between […]
Online lecture. The Republican era of China was a period of remarkable cultural and political dynamism, producing many luminaries and historical figures. However, the true images of many of these […]
Explore the world of maritime history and theatre with the Seaport Museum and Robert A. Richter, Treasurer of The Eugene O’Neill Society, as we discuss the profound impact maritime communities […]
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]
Drop by the Community Room for a discussion of well-regarded contemporary works. Each session will feature questions and talking points to help readers further connect to the story. Tonight, discuss […]
Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.
Book reading and signing by Jonathan Ames, author of Karma Doll.
In her new book, Movement: New York’s Long War to Take Back Its Streets from the Car, Nicole Gelinas presents a gripping account of how the automobile has failed New […]
Discover the rich history and enduring legacy of Vienna’s Jewish community on this engaging live-stream tour of the city’s 9th District. Begin at the Shoah Memorial II, a poignant site […]
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
The Academy for Teachers Chorus offers a creative and restorative haven for hardworking, devoted educators who meet weekly and perform twice a year. Under the baton of Amber Salladin, the […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
In celebration of Black History Month, families are invited to join STEM Queen Jacqueline Means to see exciting experiments conducted right before your eyes. Learn a ton about how science, […]
Public immersive festival inspired by tea and its rituals, through a multi-sensory environment created by an array of contributing artists and designers. Within each of the five tea house-inspired installations […]
Using a traditional calligraphy brush, participants will be instructed on how to write simple characters while exploring the relationship between ancient Chinese pictographs and their modern-day ideographs. Together, we will […]
In 1987, about 400 color slides photographed between 1939 and 1943 in the Lodz Ghetto in Poland, surfaced in mint condition in Vienna. They were taken by the ghetto’s top […]
Hear parlor songs, art songs, folk music, and spirituals of the African diaspora performed by soprano soloist Sonya Headlam and pianist Martin Néron. This lecture-recital highlights vocal music by composers […]
Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to join in the choruses throughout the free Chantey Sing, lead or request a song in the round-robin, or just […]
Festival Highlights: Pop-up Showcase: Prince Kung’s Palace: Immerse yourself in the elegance of Prince Kung’s Palace with stunning installations of Yin’an Hall, the Grand Theatre, and palace gates. Watch the […]
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]
Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.
Book reading and signing by Steve Wick, author of The Ruins.
Urban Bush Women, the groundbreaking dance company known for amplifying underrepresented voices and unheard stories of Black Women+, continues their 40th anniversary season with the NYC premiere of SCAT!… The […]
Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events […]
Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and […]
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
This open house will feature a breadth of printing equipment that you will be invited to use. You’ll get to see how the designers at Bowne lock up limited edition […]
Reading. Walter Mosley presents Been Wrong So Long It Feels Like Right, with Kellye Garrett. In the latest from “mystery master” Walter Mosley, a family member’s terminal illness leads P.I. […]
Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and […]
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy […]
Get set for a journey through the groundbreaking sounds of New Jazz Underground! This innovative American jazz trio is rewriting the rules and reshaping the jazz landscape with their fusion […]
Have you ever wondered how concrete buildings are made? Join us for a read aloud of Larissa Theule’s Concrete From the Ground Up as we celebrate our new exhibition, The […]
Ten artists will be paired with a professional ice carver from Okamoto Studio during the free public event, where visitors are invited to witness this real-time ice carving from 12 […]
Decorate quilt blocks while learning about Freedom Quilts and their role during the American Revolution. Discover how quilts were more than just blankets — they were symbols of resistance, freedom, […]
90-minute walking tour that will take you on a winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan.
Journey to a shimmering winter wonderland of circus spectacle and derring-do! Marvel at the bendy ballerina in her glistening snow globe. Find yourself aglow as this aerial snow show mesmerizes […]
Visit the 29th comprehensive exhibition celebrating new poetry publications from 2022 and 2023 and enjoy a community reading hosted by poet Bea Gates.
Community reading of 2022 and 2023 poetry authors, featuring Beatrix Gates, Cheryl Boyce-Taylor, Emily Lee Luan, Marwa Helal, and others.
Through her music, Natie aims to share the experience of being creole (mixed race) and uprooted, with authenticity and grounding, in the hope to foster more openness and belonging.